GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64000479

Requisition No: 855899 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 64000479

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64000479 

Salary:  $53,535.56 

Posting Closing Date: 07/04/2025 

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Government Operations Consultant I – Career Service Position

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a highly responsible and professional position in the Contract Administration and Oversight Section. This position serves as the Training Coordinator and is responsible for the education and training of contract management personnel, forms management, website management, and providing technical assistance to contract managers within the Department. This position is also responsible for independently performing administrative and consultative tasks. This position reports to the Contract Management Supervisor.

Duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide or coordinate demonstrations, presentations, or other training, as needed, to support a comprehensive training program for Department contract management personnel. Assist with developing and uploading training material in the Department’s online learning system and maintaining the contract management training database.

• Provide technical assistance and recommendations to contract managers of Program offices, county health departments, and other staff with interpreting contract requirements and performing contract management functions for the Department.

• Process Request for Applications (RFAs) to include providing technical assistance to Program staff preparing RFAs for posting; proofreading RFAs; posting documents on the Department’s grant opportunities page; opening, reviewing, and documenting applicant questions, Program answers, and received applications; and coordinating the evaluation of applications.

• Assist with the review and preparation of responses for internal and external entities’ audits and reviews. Analyze, research, and prepare corrective action plans for deficiencies identified by internal and external entities. Provide follow up on any corrective action to determine if action has been resolved. Generate reports related to audit requests and responses, as needed.

• Perform Return-on-Investment agreement tracking and reporting functions.

• Review contract information in FACTS to ensure information is entered timely and in compliance with the terms and conditions of department contractual service agreements. Review and enter contract information into the Contracts Review System and review contracts on an as-needed basis. 

• Work collaboratively with the Contract Operations and Contract Monitoring teams, as needed, to conduct contract file reviews, contract monitoring reviews, and other necessary quality assurance reviews to mitigate Department risk.

• Assist with, perform, and report on special projects on an as-needed basis.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic contract management.
• Technology literacy–including but not limited to proficiency in using the Microsoft 365 group of applications.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as a team member, maintain confidentiality, and work with integrity.
• Ability to perform required tasks, including strong attention to detail, flexibility, self-discipline, and workplace professionalism.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments to best manage competing priorities within a dynamic and changing environment.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under strict deadlines.
• Ability to engage adult learners at all levels and effectively communicate complex concepts in a simplified manner, using a variety of modes to cater to diverse learning styles.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely with Department management and staff at all levels, verbally and in writing, as indicated by the needs of the audience, using proper English spelling and grammar rules.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.; AND
• One (1) years of professional experience, to include conducting training sessions, developing learning materials for programs, communicating training needs to management, and applying applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• One (1) year of professional experience working in contract management, contract administration, procurement, or purchasing.
• State Travel: Incumbent may be required to travel up to 40 percent of the time to conduct trainings across the State of Florida.
• Valid driver’s license required (minimum Class E), as travel is a condition of employment.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university, with a course of study in communication, education, business administration, marketing, or a related field; OR
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university, with a course of study in communication, education, business administration, marketing, or a related field.
• Public speaking or training facilitation certificate.
• Five (5) years’ experience presenting to groups and/or training adult learners.
• Working knowledge of Chapter 287, F.S.
• Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification or ability to obtain it within one year.
• At least one (1) year experience managing public contracts or grants.

Hours: This is a full-time position. Normal business hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, although working outside these hours might be required to accommodate travel and presentations.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

4052 Bald Cypress Way, Suite 110

Tallahassee, FL 32399

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.